INTERNATIONAL   BOOK CHAPTER  
    
     Integration   of IoT and Blockchain for Smart and Secured Supply Chain Management: Case   Studies of China. In Utilizing Blockchain Technologies in Manufacturing and   Logistics Management (pp. 179-207). Yu, P., Liu, Z., Hanes, E., & Mumtaz, J.   (2022). IGI Global.   
     INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL PUBLICATIONS                                                     
    
     An   evolution strategies-based reinforcement learning algorithm for   multi-objective dynamic parallel machine scheduling problems.  Chen, Y., Zhang, *J., Mumtaz, J., Huang, S., & Zhou, S. (2025). Swarm and Evolutionary Computation.   
     An   efficient Q-learning integrated multi-objective hyper-heuristic approach for   hybrid flow shop scheduling problems with lot streaming.  Yarong C., Du, J., *Mumtaz J., Jingyan W., & Rauf M.   (2025). Expert Systems with Applications.   
     An   efficient Q-learning-based multi-objective intelligent hybrid genetic algorithm   for mixed-model assembly line efficiency. Rauf M., Mumtaz, J., Adeel R., Minhas K.A., and Usman, M. (2025). Symmetry-Basel.   
     Multi-objective   artificial bee colony algorithm for energy-efficient scheduling of unrelated   parallel batch processing machines with flexible preventive maintenance. Yarong C., Xu L., Rauf M., and   *Mumtaz J.   (2025). International Journal of Industrial   Engineering Computations.   
     Batch   processing machine scheduling problems using a self-adaptive approach based   on dynamic programming.  Chen, Y., Zhao, X., *Mumtaz, J., Guangyuan, C., & Wang,   C. (2024). Computers & Operations   Research.  
     Multi-objective   human-robot collaborative disassembly line balancing problem considering   components remanufacture demand and hazard characteristics.  Lixia Z., Chen, Y. & *Mumtaz J. (2024).    Computers & Industrial   Engineering.   
     Dynamic   scheduling of hybrid flow shop problem with uncertain process time and   flexible maintenance using NeuroEvolution of Augmenting Topologies. Chen, Y., Zhang, J., Rauf, M.,   Mumtaz,   J.,   & Huang, S. (2024). IET Collaborative   Intelligent Manufacturing.   
     Two-stage   Double Deep Q-network Algorithm Considering External Non-Dominant Set for   Multi-objective Dynamic Flexible Job Shop Scheduling Problems.  Yue, L., Peng, K.,   Ding, L., Mumtaz, J., & Zou, T. (2024). Swarm   and Evolutionary Computation.   
     Solving   Line Balancing and AGV Scheduling Problems for Intelligent Decisions using a   Genetic-Artificial Bee Colony Algorithm. Mumtaz, J., Minhas, K. A., Rauf, M., Lei, Y., & Chen,   Y. (2024). Computers & Industrial   Engineering.   
     Simulation‐based optimization for order   release of printed circuit board workshop with process switching constraints.   Yue, L., Xu, Q., Wang,   H., Rauf, M., & Mumtaz, J. (2024). IET   Collaborative Intelligent Manufacturing.   
     An improved spider monkey optimization   algorithm for multi-objective planning and scheduling problems of PCB   assembly line. Yarong C., Jingyan Z., *Mumtaz   J., Shengwei Z., Lixia Z. (2023). Expert   Systems with Applications.   
     An efficient production planning approach-based   demand driven MRP under resource constraints. Guang Y.X., Zailin G., Lei Y., &   *Mumtaz J. (2023). International Journal of Industrial Engineering   Computations.   
     Joint optimization of production and   maintenance scheduling for unrelated parallel machine using hybrid discrete   spider monkey optimization algorithm. Chen, Y., Zhong, L., Shena, C., Mumtaz, J.,   & Chou, F. (2023). International Journal of Industrial Engineering   Computations.   
     Optimization of Bead Geometry during   Tungsten Inert Gas Welding Using Grey Relational and Finite Element Analysis.   Hanif, M., Shah, I., & *Mumtaz, J. (2023). Materials.   
     Energy-efficient scheduling of a two-stage   flexible printed circuit board flow shop using a hybrid Pareto spider monkey optimization   algorithm. Yue,   L., Wang, H., Mumtaz, J., Rauf, M., & Li, Z. (2023). Journal   of Industrial Information Integration.   
     An in-depth evaluation of surface   characteristics and key machining responses in WEDM of aerospace alloy under   varying electric discharge environments. Usman, M., Ishfaq, K., & Mumtaz, J.   (2022). International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology.   
     Order Releasing and Scheduling for   Multi-Item MTO Industry: Efficient Heuristic Based on Drum Buffer Rope. Yue,   L., Xu, G., Mumtaz, J., Zou, T. (2022). Applied Sciences.   
     Abrasive water jet machining for a   high-quality green composite: the soft computing strategy for modeling and   optimization. Jagadish, G., Manjunath, P., Mumtaz,   J. and Li, Z. (2022). Journal of the   Brazilian Society of Mechanical Sciences and Engineering.   
     Modeling and Optimization for   Multi-Objective Nonidentical Parallel Machining Line Scheduling with a   Jumping Process Operation Constraint. Xu, G., Guan, Z., Chen, Y., Mumtaz, J., and Liang, J.   (2021). Symmetry-Basel.   
     Dynamic Mixed Model Lot sizing and   Scheduling for Flexible Machining Lines Using a Constructive Heuristic. Yue,   L., Chen, Y., Mumtaz, J., and Ullah, S. (2021). Processes.  
     Surface modification for osseointegration of  Ti6Al4V ELI using powder mixed sinking EDM. M P. Mughal, M. U. Farooq, Mumtaz, J., M. Mia, M. Shareef (2021). Journal of the Mechanical Behavior of Biomedical Materials.  
     A smart algorithm for multi-criteria optimization of model sequencing problem in assembly lines. Rauf,  M., Guan, Z., Mumtaz, J., Shehab, E., Jahanzaib, M., & Hanif, M. (2020). Robotics and Computer-Integrated Manufacturing.  
     Integrated Planning and Scheduling of Multiple Manufacturing Projects Under Resource Constraints Using Raccoon Family Optimization Algorithm. Rauf, M., Guan, Z., Yue,      L., Mumtaz, J., & Ullah, S. (2020). IEEE Access.  
     Multi-Level Planning and Scheduling for Parallel PCB Assembly Lines Using Hybrid Spider Monkey Optimization Approach. Mumtaz, J., Guan, Z., Yue, L., Wang, Z., Ullah, S., and Rauf, M. (2019). IEEE Access.  
     Hybrid Spider Monkey Optimization Algorithm for Multi-Level Planning and Scheduling Problems of Assembly Lines. Mumtaz, J., Zailin Guan, Lei Yue, Zhang Li and He Cong (2019). International Journal of Production Research.   
     Multi-objective optimization for MQL assisted milling process based on Hybrid RSM & Multi-Objective Genetic   Algorithm. Mumtaz, J., Imran, M., Yue, Lei., Kaynat, Afzal (2019). Advances in Mechanical Engineering.  
     Hybrid Particle Swarm Algorithm for Products’ Scheduling Problem in Cellular Manufacturing System. Khalid, Qazi        Salman, Muhammad Arshad, Mumtaz, J., and Sunghwan Kim. 11, no. 6 (2019): 729. Symmetry-Basel.  
     Investigation of Electric Discharge Machining Parameters to Minimize Surface Roughness. M. Sarosh, M. Jahanzaib, Mumtaz, J. and S. Sarfraz (2016). Pakistan Journal of Science, 2016.  
       INTERNATIONAL  CONFERENCE PUBLICATIONS 
    
     FlexSim-Simulated PCB Assembly Line Optimization Using Deep Q-Network.   Du, J., *Mumtaz, J., Zhao, W., *Mumtaz, J., & Huang, J. (2024). Engineering Proceedings.  
     Improved Evolutionary Strategy Reinforcement Learning for   Multi-Objective Dynamic Scheduling of Hybrid Flow Shop Problem.  Zhang, J., Chen, Y., & *Mumtaz, J.   (2024). Engineering Proceedings.  
     Using SABC Algorithm for Scheduling Unrelated Parallel Batch Processing   Machines Considering Deterioration Effects and Variable Maintenance.  Ji, Z., *Mumtaz, J., & Ke, K. (2024). Engineering Proceedings.  
     Neuro-Evolution of Augmenting Topologies for Dynamic Scheduling of   Flexible Job Shop Problem.  Huang, J.,   Chen, Y., *Mumtaz, J., & Zhong, L. (2024). Engineering   Proceedings.  
     Improved Spider Monkey Optimization Algorithm for Hybrid Flow Shop   Scheduling Problem with Lot Streaming. Du, J., *Mumtaz, J.,   & Zhong, J. (2023). Engineering Proceedings.  
     A Flexible Job Shop Scheduling Method Based on   Multi-Fidelity Optimization. Zhong, L., Chen, Y., & *Mumtaz, J. (2023). Engineering Proceedings.  
     Neuro-Evolution of Augmenting Topologies for Dynamic Scheduling of   Hybrid Flow Shop Problem. Zhang, J., Chen, Y., *Mumtaz, J., &   Zhou, S. (2023). Engineering Proceedings.  
     Unrelated Parallel Batch Machine Scheduling Using a Modified ABC   Algorithm. Ke, K., Chen, Y., Mumtaz,   J., & Huang, S. (2023). Engineering   Proceedings.  
     A Study of Mixed-Flow Human–Machine Collaborative Disassembly Line   Balancing Problem Based on Improved Artificial Fish Swarm Algorithm. Wang,   G., Chen, Y., Mumtaz,   J., & Zhu, L. (2023). Engineering   Proceedings.  
     Multi-Level Rolling Horizon Planning and Scheduling Integrated with   Material Constraints using DBR Approach: A Heuristic for Smart   Manufacturing.  Liu, M., Mumtaz, J., & Li, G. (2022, November). 5th World   Conference on Mechanical Engineering and Intelligent Manufacturing (WCMEIM) IEEE.  
     A Multi-Objective Scheduling Optimization Method for PCB Assembly Lines   Based on the Improved Spider Monkey Algorithm. Zhong, J., Chen, Y. and Mumtaz, J., 2022. Engineering Proceedings.  
     An Integrated Model for Assembly Line Balancing and AGV Scheduling in   the wake of industry 4.0. Kaynat Afzal Minhas, Mumtaz, J. and Muhammad Umar Farooq. 7th International Conference on Business   Management (2020), Lahore, Pakistan.  
     Application of an improved Spider Monkey Optimization algorithm for   component assignment problem in PCB assembly. Zhengya Wang, Mumtaz, J., Li Zhang. 11th CIRP Conference on Industrial   Product-Service Systems, 2019.   
     Digital twin-based smart manufacturing system for project-based   organizations: a conceptual framework. R. Mudassar, G. Zailin, Mumtaz, J., Y. Lei and W. Hao. The 49th International Conference on Computer   & Industrial Engineering (CIE-49), Beijing, China (2019).  
     A Conceptual Framework of Smart Manufacturing for PCB Industries. Mumtaz, J., G. Zailin, R. Mudassar, Y. Lei, H. Cong & W.   Hao. Computers & Industrial Engineering (CIE 48), New Zealand   (2018).  
     Makespan Minimization for Flow Shop Scheduling Problems Using Modified   Operators in Genetic Algorithm. Mumtaz, J., Guan   Zailin, Jahanzaib Mirza, Mudassar Rauf, Shoaib Sarfraz, Essam Shehab. International   Conference on Manufacturing Research (ICMR), Sweden (2018).   
     Multi-Criteria Inventory Classification Based on Multi-Criteria   Decision-Making (MCDM) Technique. Mudassar Rauf, Zailin Guan, Shoaib Sarfraz,   Mumtaz,   J., International Conference on Manufacturing   Research (ICMR), Sweden (2018).  
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